The purpose of this group is the exchange of ideas and information related to the Optima Baron Lowracer. This includes racing,touring, performance upgrades, modifications, tips and tricks, etc. as well as general info.
I just went through this process on my bike. After doing a ton of research I found 2 things that might interest you: 1. I'm too short to do a triple on the
From what I can see, the Rouleur is a true double; so youcan't just add a chainring. I don't have much experience with the external bearing cranksets, but I
Thanks for responding John. The bike has a Truvativ Rouleur Crank with 53/39 chainrings. Shimano FD-R440 front derailler and Shimano 105 rear derailler. Sram
It depends on what's already on your bike. Worst case is: * bottom bracket * crank set * front derailleur * rear derailleur * shifter You might get lucky and
What is involved in changing from a double chainring to a triple on the Baron? Do you have to change the entire crankset and front derailler? Is that all you